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Dance Star

4.6 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Ballet school in Malibu, California

Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 310-456-3377
  • Website & schedule dancestarmalibu.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Dance Star, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 12 mentions

“Charissa and the rest of the Dance Star staff are so kind and really help the children be the best dancers that they can be.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Private lessons, birthday parties or sharing the studios talent with the community of Malibu is always a positive experience.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 20 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Our daughter loves Dance Star more then any place else.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 7 mentions

“Throughout those years, she has taught me more than just the skill of dancing, but additionally has given me self-confidence, ambition, and work ethic.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“Charissa herself is an extremely experienced professional and provides an excellent dance education to her students.”

From the reviews

Dance Star is AMAZING!!!! I have never met a teacher who loves her students more than Charissa! Her years of experience in the entertainment industry, her love and passion for dance and most importantly children, creativity, and SPARKLE are only some of the qualities that make her one of the top dance educators in…

★★★★★ — Alexandra, Jan 2018

Dance star is the most outstanding dance studio! Charissa herself is an extremely experienced professional and provides an excellent dance education to her students. She teaches all ages and takes pride in making everyone feel like a STAR!

★★★★★ — Kaley, Jan 2018

My daughter has been at Dance Star since she was 2 years old. She is 10 now, and it's still her favorite place to be. Not only has she become a great dancer and has found a beautiful community here. Charissa is the most incredible dance teacher. She is an expert in her field! Most of all she is extremely loving.

★★★★★ — Marissa, Jan 2018

My daughter has been at Dance Star Malibu for 4 years!! Charissa Seaman and Dance Star teachers without a doubt care more about children than any other dance teaching facility I have experienced! Happy kids mean happy parents. Their ability to teach with a positive approach does not go unnoticed.

★★★★★ — Cheryl, Jan 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 20 reviews →

Your first ballet class at Dance Star

Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Dance Star

3939 Cross Creek Rd, Malibu, CA90265

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